Combination therapy developed by NIH researchers demonstrates the power of precision medicine
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Chronic Hypertension in Pregnancy Doubled in the U.S. from 2007-2021
The prevalence of chronic hypertension in pregnancy in the United States doubled from 2007-2021.
How to Keep Juneteenth Barbecues Flavorful and Food Safe
Food is central to many cultural celebrations, and it is essential to ensure that the food we share is not only flavorful and delicious, but also safe to eat.
TxDOT Spotlights Loss from Drunk Driving
An average of 89 Texans were killed every month in alcohol-related crashes in 2023.
Saharan Dust Expected
TCEQ has reported a light plume of Saharan dust may begin to arrive as early as Monday over portions of the lower Coastal Bend.
Two DMC Faculty Selected as Advisory Members for Texas Healthcare Workforce
Out of those representatives selected, two are faculty and registered nurses from the Del Mar College (DMC) Nurse Education Department, including Professor Dr. Mary L. Borchardt, DNP, RN, and Assistant Professor Sandra De Leon, MSN, RN.
Healthy Texan Week
The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is launching the inaugural Healthy Texan Week June 10-16.
Know the Signs of Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
South Texas heat can be extremely dangerous and, in some cases, deadly.
An Estimated 1.8 million Texans Will be Dropped from Medicaid Program
Affected Texans who receive Medicaid coverage would be shifted to new insurers next year.
Existing Drug Shows Promise as Treatment for Rare Genetic Disorder
A drug approved to treat certain autoimmune diseases and cancers successfully alleviated symptoms of a rare genetic syndrome called APS-1.
Service Dogs May Reduce PTSD Symptoms for Military Members and Veterans
For military members and veterans who have been diagnosed with PTSD, adding a service dog to their usual care could reduce the severity of PTSD symptoms, feelings of anxiety, and lower depression.
AI Tool to Predict How Cancer Patients Will Respond to Immunotherapy
In a proof-of-concept study, researchers at the NIH have developed an AI tool that uses routine clinical data to predict whether someone’s cancer will respond to immune checkpoint inhibitors,
Crecelac Goat Milk Infant Formula Recall
FDA is alerting parents and caregivers about Cronobacter safety concerns with Crecelac Infant Powdered Goat Milk Infant Formula and other infant formula products imported and distributed by Dairy Manufacturers Inc.
Novel Vaccine Concept Generates Immune Responses that Could Produce Multiple Types of HIV Broadly Neutralizing Antibodies
Using a combination of cutting-edge immunologic technologies, researchers have successfully stimulated animals’ immune systems to induce rare precursor B cells of a class of HIV broadly neutralizing antibodies (bNAbs).
Splash into Food Safety at the Pool this Summer
Meals at the pool come in many forms – ordered from the snack bar, delivered from local restaurants, packed from home, or carried outside from the kitchen. Follow these food safety steps to keep splashing all summer long.
Scientists Map Networks Regulating Gene Function in the Human Brain
A consortium of researchers has produced the largest and most advanced multidimensional maps of gene regulation networks in the brains of people with and without mental disorders.
WIC Announces New Supplement Program
WIC serves to safeguard the health of low-income pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children up to age five.
Introducing Peanuts in Infancy May Prevent Peanut Allergy into Adolescence
Research from the National Institiute of Health has found that feeding children peanut products regularly from infancy to age 5 years could reduce the rate of peanut allergy in adolescence by 71%.
Important Safety Tip for Little Swimmers
Drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4 and the second leading cause of injury death from kids 5-9.
Thousands Flock to Vegan Festival
From brisket to carne asada, Texas is known for meat, making this annual gathering in a small Rio Grande Valley town stand out.